Dance. Connect. Grow.
Where dance, martial and healing art energy equals fusion fitness for the soul.
Embody Joy Collective (EJC)
The Embody Joy Collective evolved from five passionate Nia Technique teachers determined to keep Nia thriving in Houston, TX. We contribute our time and leadership to provide classes, workshops, special events, scheduling, and registration for Houston’s Nia community.
We offer classic Nia and core strengthening variations to condition the body and transform the mind, all set to music that ignites body, mind, emotion and spirit. We believe everyone who participates in our classes is part of the Embody Joy Collective and our community! So step in and experience the difference our classes make first hand!
Nia Technique
Nia is based on the intelligent design of the body. Each workout brings mindfulness to your movement experience leaving you energized, mentally clear, and emotionally balanced.
Nia’s cardio-dance workouts combine 52 simple moves with dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts to get you feeling your best in 60 minutes or less.
Nia is non-impact, practiced barefoot, and adapted to individual needs and abilities. Nia classes are taught by licensed Nia teachers.
Want to see for yourself? Watch our video “What is Nia?”
To learn more, visit the official Nia Technique Website.
Nia is for you if you seek a fresh approach to health that follows your body’s way, desire ease balanced with effort, and if you flourish with safe and effective fun.
What happens in a Nia class?
You’ll kick off your shoes and dance barefoot! Why?
Dancing barefoot, you will:
condition your body with flexibility, agility, mobility, strength and stability
engage your mind with easy-to-learn movement patterns anchored in imagination
express emotions and your uniqueness, your body’s way, in our safe and welcoming space.
(Shoes can be worn if you require support for your feet.)
Nia encourages fitness in all shapes, sizes, mobilities and ages. No prior experience is needed. We invite you to step in. Experience what it’s like to move with pleasure and joy! Enjoy this little video Taste of Nia